To them Sir John.

Mill. You've made a quick despatch, sir.

Sir John. We have done nothing, madam; our man of law was not within—but I must look for some writings.

Mill. Where are they laid?

Sir John. In the portmanteau in the drawing-room.
[Is going to the door.

Mill. Pray stay a little, sir.

Warn. [At the door.] He must pass just by me; and, if he sees me, I am but a dead man.

Sir John. Why are you thus concerned? why do you hold me?

Mill. Only a word or two I have to tell you. 'Tis of importance to you.

Sir John. Give me leave—